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MX08 MBU

2008 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,032 mi
Last recorded35,032 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2013
Typical for 2008 Rover 4550,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 MBU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2013 35,032 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 34,263 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 34,263 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 14,167 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 45?

Based on 849,212 MOT tests across 72,661 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
72,661
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48,934
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,560
Stop lamp not working 21,816
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,244
constant velocity joint gaiter split 16,014
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MX08 MBU is a 2008 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 50,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 45 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 48,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 MBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 45 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Rover 45 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MX08 MBU registered?

MX08 MBU is a 2008 Rover 45, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is MX08 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX08 MBU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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